What if someone wanted to use this item for, let's say, a sump pump. Whould this be a good idea!???
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These units are made for computers. There are devices (e.g., Laser Printers) that you shouldn't hook up to this. I don't know whether a pump as a load would be appropriate. Even if it would be OK, there are other similarly-rated units that are cheaper because they don't have the features of this unit, and for a sump pump you wouldn't care about these features. APC's number is 800-800-4272, ask for tech support for more information before buying this unit.
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probably not. the APS will provide power for about 30 minutes. It would be useful only if your sump pump needs to run continuously or your house power is out for an extended period of time. You would be better served by investing in a generator. This would provide house power for as long as the gasoline holds out and it will provide power for your refrigerator, lights, microwave, TV, etc. as well as the sump pump.
24410
In my opinion, it would not be best practice for the sump nor the APC device.
24411
I don't know if it's a good idea or not. In an earlier question I posted a link that can calculate the run time based on the wattage drawn by the device. I would check that. It might work but there might be much cheaper options for a sump pump.
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Use a SUM-PRO. They ARE designed for sump pumps. Mine runs my sump pump for more than a day (on and off). Do Not use a Sum-Pro for anything else. It is NOT a sine wave, but motors don't care, though the pitch changes.
943193
I wouldn't use it at all, it leaked and I considered it a safety hazard, returned immediately. There are far better options IMHO.
1938683
For portable use I'd use a less dedicated type pump like this. Perhaps a pool evacuation pump or something. This unit is in my dedicated sump for runoff, is cast iron, and is overkill for what you're looking for.
1802169
I think that would work great. I've only used it for water but I think you have a good idea!
2262158
Hi Patrick, absolutely. That's exactly what I used mine for! I am using it as a disconnect for my electric trolling motor.
1543665
I would contact the manufacturer about that specifically, but I don't see why not. We use it to empty our yard when it floods so it sits in inches of water and pumps it at a good speed.
1602955
Yes, it's probably overkill though. I would not mount this in a boat though, these pumps don't like wet environments from my experience.
1000953
I use it as a booster pump for a reverse osmosis. A pump as those used in RV's would probably work better and be simpler to hook up. Also less expensive
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I guess that would work, if it has a shower head like the one showing. Good Luck
339466
Works well for a sump pump but not sure how it would work for a well. Not sure the lengths of the sensor leads would be appropriate for that purpose.
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I guess it's not recommended by the manufacturer, but I use it for a small outdoor water feature -- pumps water from a small pond to the top of a waterfall. I run it for hours at a time.
21778
I do not believe this is for your application. This is an above ground pump.
1745497
yes you can , but this pump is too big for that kind of job . i think you are better off with an electric submerge one.
101087
I would be hesitant to do that. This hose has been upgraded to stronger fittings than the first ones that were marketed, but I think the pressure would be too much for even the new one. Would be a handy use for it, though, if you had to store it ready for a pump failure! Why not get one anyway and call it expendable if it fails! They are not expensive, and it might be sturdy enough! It is a hose of quite small diameter, and that might be another problem.
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It would not be a good idea. The pump is not designed to move that much liquid. The pump would wear its self out because it is designed to move small amounts of liquid from 1 gallon to 20 gals. It sems to me that it is designed to pump small amounts of liquid at a time.
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It depends. You could use it but it does leak a bit after each run so there could be a moisture prob if it runs a lot. How often does their current pump run? If there current pump rarely runs it would be okay. If it runs a lot I wouldn't do it due to the noise and moisture
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I don't think this would work. The pump broke down. It's not very durable. I would try and find a different solution to your problem.